The Savage 1911 is built on the traditional ‘government model’ platform, but with many upgrades and improvements.
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Testing Mossberg’s Maverick 88 Security 12 Gauge
BY Garrett Negen Published: March 3, 2023 { 3 comments }I came across the Mossberg Maverick 88 Security and it seemed like the perfect way to have some fun without breaking the bank.
Arken Optics SH4 4-16X50: A High-Value Precision Optic
BY Garrett Negen Published: March 3, 2023 { 1 comment }The 34mm tube and 50mm objective provide great light transmission which makes the most of available light at dusk or dawn.
The Phlster Floodlight Holster – Concealed Carry Ready
BY Travis Pike Published: March 3, 2023 { 0 comments }Everyone and their mom proclaims the superiority of appendix holsters and appendix carry. However, I’ve had a real issue finding appendix carry rigs that I’ve found comfortable and viable for concealed carry. A friend convinced me to try the Phlster Floodlight, and he even sent me one on his dime because he was so sure I’d love it.
BFG Helium Whisper – Lightweight Pouch Tech
BY Clay Martin Published: March 3, 2023 { 0 comments }I was first introduced to Blue Force Gear’s Helium Whisper technology earlier this year, and came away very impressed. Helium Whisper is a new laser cut space ninja type fabric that weighs, as the name implies, nothing. Picking it up, you would think it might be fragile. On that count, you would be wrong. Despite feeling like nothing, as well as being very thin, you can’t tear it.
Ivor Thord-Gray: The War Junkie
BY Will Dabbs Published: March 3, 2023 { 13 comments }Thord-Gray was a combat addict. While history and his own memoires might have embellished his experiences somewhat, the places he went and the things he did are still impressive regardless.
Full Pistol Review ft. Optic Ready Smith & Wesson M&P9 M2.0 Compact
BY Mitchell Graf Published: February 26, 2023 { 6 comments }The M&P9 M2.0 has a lot going right, even straight from the factory. Not only is this pistol optic ready, but comes with seven different mounting plates.
Building My Ultimate P365 EDC
BY Robert Schloss Published: February 26, 2023 { 14 comments }Finding a pistol that is easily concealed on a small frame has historically required compromising on at least one component. Then Sig Sauer came along with the P365.
Bolt-on Magwell for Rifles & How to Reload an AR-15
BY Clay Martin Published: February 26, 2023 { 2 comments }Oversized magwells for pistols are very common, but for some reason have never really caught on with rifles. And why, I don’t know. Fortunately, I have a model I have been recommending for years that I am going to share with you today.
Protect from Particulates, Nuclear & Chemical – MIRA Safety’s CM-8M Gas Mask
BY Garrett Negen Published: February 26, 2023 { 4 comments }Some people may think that having a gas mask borders on paranoia but I can say from personal experience that there is a justification to being prepared like this.









